The hiking shoes that will take you far

These high-top women’s hiking boots have a high-traction outsole, a suede and mesh upper, a rubber toe, and best of all, pink accents! Your ankles will thank you later.

$89.99 on famousfootwear.com

The Voyageur hiking shoe from Keen is a lightweight and easy option that is lauded for its fit and abundance of toe room. Plus, they aren’t too clunky.

$115 on ebags.com

Leather and waterproof – say what? These women’s hiking boots have a genuine leather upper with a waterproof and breathable membrane.

$109.99 on eddiebauer.com

These Merrell hiking shoes for men mean business. They are specially designed to keep moisture and debris out while keeping you stable and comfortable on the trail.

$100 on merrell.com

These aren’t the Tevas you remember from your early days. Ahnu by Teva has created a waterproof, antimicrobial, high-traction hiking boot that you won’t be able to resist on the mountainside.

$144.95 on moosejaw.com

This men’s trail shoe from Columbia combines leather and mesh for a durable, comfortable, all-weather hiking option.

$69.99 on famousfootwear.com

Enjoy the handsome looks of these Vasque high-performance hiking boots with a comfy and sturdy Gore-tex sole. Its cambered heel and stable midsole will afford you the perfect mountain stride.

$219.19 on moosejaw.com

Mercerized suede calfskin with a rubber sole, these unique Xiang Guan trekking boots are for the fashion-conscious man.

$74.99 on amazon.com

Are you all about looks? Take pride in the Danner Jag women’s hiking shoes. The retro shape and colored detail make these a fashionista’s pick.

$169.95 on backcountry.com

If a hiking sneaker is more your speed, LL Bean’s Keen Terradora shoes are the ones for you. They’re waterproof, on the lighter side, and won’t take up three shoe spots in your closet.

$130 on llbean.com

A simpler and more streamlined offering is the Discovery Expedition women’s boot, which is as useful on a trail as it is for winter in the city.

$55-$60 on amazon.com

This Asolo men’s shoe-boot combo offers the shape and high-top support of a boot and the cool design and surface of a sneaker.

$194.95 on backcountry.com

Canadian label Sorel makes this beautiful and well-constructed men’s hiking boot that you could get away with wearing in the snow, too.

$190 CAD on sorelfootwear.ca

Timberland makes the top hiking boots, period. This sturdy mid-weight trail boot is eco-friendly, breathable, and made from real leather.

$77 on ems.com

Flex trail shoes are a necessity for hikers to prefer to go fast on flatter, less intense terrain. This colorful pair is flexible, supportive, and protective.

$109.99 on cabelas.com